Wodonga West Fire Brigade in Wodonga, Victoria | Community organisation

Wodonga West Fire Brigade

Locality: Wodonga, Victoria

Address: 55 Moorefield Park Drive 3690 Wodonga, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.cfa.vic.gov.au

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23.01.2022 Wodonga West Fire Brigade could not be prouder of Ross and his dedication to CFA both locally and across the state!! Well done Ross. Wodonga West CFA volunteer Ross Coyle has been awarded the highest honour for a member of an Australian fire service as part of the 2021 Australia Day honours. https://news.cfa.vic.gov.au/-/dedicated-service-to-cfa-reco

23.01.2022 A record 51 aircraft will hit Victorian skies to help fight fires and keep communities safe this summer season. The 2020-21 aircraft fleet includes a mix of w...ater bombing aircraft, air supervision and air intelligence-gathering aircraft. Two Large Air Tankers, which can carry up to 15,000 litres of water, foam or retardant, and two 7500-litre Aircranes, will contribute to the 51 aircraft in the core-fleet and provide essential support to other aircraft across the state.

23.01.2022 CFA has received a number of calls from community members regarding bonfires to mark the ‘Spark in the Dark’ event this evening. We appreciate those who are tha...nking our frontline workers, but urge you to keep fire safety front of mind. As today’s conditions are windy in some areas we are urging those who wish to participate to not do so by lighting bonfires or using fire pits. If you are choosing to light a candle, please ensure it is monitored by an adult and extinguished properly. You might like to mark the event by using a torch or outside light. Thank you and stay safe.

22.01.2022 At approximately 8.30am this morning the Wodonga West Fire Brigade along with Fire Rescue Victoria Station 76 (Wodonga), Wodonga Urban Fire Brigade, Baranduda Rural Fire Brigade, Victoria Police and Ambulance Victoria responded to a house fire in Western Park Estate Wodonga West. Fire crews arrived on scene to find the lounge room at the back of the house fully involved with fire. The two occupants had safety evacuated and were checked over by Ambulance Victoria at the scen...e. Gas and electricity companies were called to isolate the services and make the house safe. Unfortunately the house received significant damage by fire, smoke and water. Fire investigators were called to attend the scene. #cfa #countryfireauthority #WeWorkAsOne #district24

21.01.2022 Thursday 10 September is R U OK? Day It’s safe to say that 2020 has certainly challenged each & everyone of us in some way. Take time to check in with your colleagues & team that might be working from home, check in with clients, networks & associates, friends & family, neighbours & most importantly check in with yourself! R U OK?... https://m.facebook.com/ruokday/

21.01.2022 Thanks ABC Goulburn Murray for the information

18.01.2022 343 - never forgotten always remembered

18.01.2022 Our thoughts are with the Wodonga Urban Fire Brigade Family on the passing of life member Neville Frichot. RIP

18.01.2022 As of the 30th of November fire restrictions will be commencing, no fires will be permitted without a written permit from the CFA

17.01.2022 Works will start on the Lawrence St bridge from October 19. The bridge, which is more than 50 years old, will be raised to allow the shared pathway that crosses... Lawrence St to pass underneath the bridge, making it safer for pedestrians and cyclists using the House Creek path network. It will also improve the flood capacity of the bridge. The road will be closed at this juncture with the works are expected to take up to 16 weeks to complete, subject to weather. Alternative routes around the crossing point will include Brockley St, Melbourne Rd and Woodland St and detours will be well sign-posted. For more information head to our website at http://wod.city/LawrenceStBridge

17.01.2022 CELEBRATING R U OK DAY As we weather the storm of COVID-19 together as a community, we mustn’t forget to look after ourselves and each other - just as we ...do each and every bushfire season. It’s okay not to be okay - feeling anxious and stressed (a little or a lot) is a pretty normal response to the challenges we’re all facing at the moment. Checking in with yourself and those around you by asking ‘Are you okay?’ is an easy way to start a conversation that says you care, and that could save a life. ASK LISTEN ENCOURAGE ACTION CHECK-IN Talking about feelings isn’t easy for many people, but creating a safe, non-judgmental and understanding space for a friend, colleague or family member could make a huge difference to their mental health and wellbeing. To find out more about supporting yourself and others check out the R U OK Day Facebook page or website: www.ruok.org.au/. credit to the Phillip Island Fire Brigade for their fantastic photo acknowledging this important day.

17.01.2022 So proud of our members and our Brigade. If you haven’t checked out the podcasts take a listen!

16.01.2022 Don’t forget to register your burn off before you light up!!

15.01.2022 Time to start planning for Summer CFA will have a representative speaking on the topic of harvest fire safety during the Victorian Farmers Federation Webinar on 26th August at 7.30 pm Harvest Farm Safety

14.01.2022 Daylight Saving Time begins this Sunday the 4th of October Victoria, ACT, NSW, SA and Tasmania will turn their clock forward by one hour at 2am on Sunday, October 4. Daylight saving will last until April 4, 2021, when clocks are turned back by one hour.... Queensland, Western Australia and the Northern Territory do not participate in Daylight Saving. Most smartphone devices and computers adjust the time automatically but analogue clocks need to be changed manually. Do your self a favour and change your clocks before you go to bed.

13.01.2022 Did you know..... Bushfires can create their own weather, generating ‘pyrocumulonimbus’ clouds and storms. These clouds can cause dangerous and unpredictable changes in fire behaviour, making the fire more difficult and hazardous to fight. So, how do they form?... 1. A plume of hot, turbulent air and smoke rises. 2. Turbulence mixes cooler air into the plume, causing it to broaden and cool as it rises. 3. When the plume rises high enough, low atmospheric pressure causes its air to cool and cloud to form. 4. In an unstable atmosphere a thunderstorm can develop: pyrocumulonimbus cloud. 5. Rain in the cloud evaporates and cools when it comes into contact with dry air, producing a downburst. 6. Lightning may be produced and can ignite new fires. Find out more, including how our scientists are working to be able to predict them, in our blog: http://ow.ly/3t1i50x8nM6 For the latest fire weather warnings see http://ow.ly/tbTN50x8nz8, and follow advice from the CFA (Country Fire Authority)

12.01.2022 Have horses and want to know how to prepare your horses for the up coming fire season? If you answer Yes, this will be of interest to you. To find out more information and to register through Eventbrite click on the following link: www.eventbrite.com.au/e/horses-and-fire-preparing-for-the-c

12.01.2022 With a great weekend coming, if you’re planning on cleaning up around your property, please don’t forget to register your burn off to stop unessential call outs for CFA Volunteers

12.01.2022 With the weather warming up now is the time to get ready for Fire Danger Period. If your not sure how to prepare your property send us a message or visit https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare

11.01.2022 Stay strong ... we’ve got this

11.01.2022 What a fantastic work of art!! Our Brigade has been involved with the Podcasts. The official launch is tomorrow !! You can listen to the podcasts at the wall or check out the website.

10.01.2022 Do you have a home fire safety plan??

09.01.2022 SCHOOLS BACK! And so are the 40km speed zones nearby each school area. Protect our younger ones & their families by ensuring you slow down & your follow the advertised speed signs.

09.01.2022 FYI for people in the Wangaratta/Wodonga areas... keep your eyes on the sky. Victory in the Pacific 75 year Commemorative Flyover NE Victoria Saturday 15 August 2020 ... Time (approx) Township 10.55am Depart Wangaratta Aerodrome - 11.00am Wangaratta Township 11.08am Yarrawonga 11.10am Bundalong 11.15am Rutherglen 11.17am Barnawartha 11.20am Wodonga 11.23am Baranduda 11.26am Yackandandah 11.30am Beechworth 11.33am Myrtleford 11.35am Whorouly 11.37am Milawa 11.39am Oxley 11.40am Land to refuel Wangaratta 12.15pm depart Wangaratta Aerodrome 12.18pm Moyhu 12.21pm Whitfield 12.25pm Mansfield 12.33pm Swanpool 12.36pm Benalla 12.40pm Glenrowan 12.42pm Wangaratta Township circuit Land Wangaratta Aerodrome *** Due to Covid restrictions, Please do not attend Wangaratta Airport.

08.01.2022 The rains are coming Don’t be a Wally and drive thru floodwaters

07.01.2022 As part of Fire Action Week 2020 has Ask a Firey Friday. What other questions do you have to Ask a Firey??

07.01.2022 Whilst most kids are remote learning, now is the time (if you haven’t already) to teach important fire safety skills like ‘Stop, Drop and Roll’ and Getting Down Low.

06.01.2022 It’s Storm Season!! Not sure if and when to call the SES for assistance? Check out the info below from SES Tallangatta Unit

06.01.2022 Did you know that we have a Rehab Unit in District 24?? The rehab unit is part of the CFA District 24 Headquarters Brigade and is a mix of operational (members who can turn out to fires with a Brigade) and non operational members. CFA is more than Firefighting!!

05.01.2022 Today is R U OK Day, a national day of action and a chance to have meaningful conversations around mental health. Check in on your friends, family, colleagues a...nd yourself today and ask the question - R U OK? Rob Waters, Captain of Montrose CFA explains why R U OK Day is so important CFA Wellbeing Support Line - 1800 959 232 Lifeline 13 11 14

04.01.2022 Happy International Youth Day

04.01.2022 The Royal Australian Mint has today launched a commemorative coloured $2 coin to honour those who battled the horrific 2019-20 summer bushfires. The $2 coin will feature a blaze of orange in the centre, with female and male fireys either side of it, looking ready for action. The Royal Australian Mint created the $2 coin to recognise the determination and commitment of our firefighting communities across Australia in battling the terrible conditions that confronted them.... The Mint also announced $125,000 of the proceeds from the sale of the coins will go to fire and emergency services organisations across the country, including CFA. CFA’s Acting Chief Executive Officer Catherine Greaves said CFA is extremely grateful to the Mint for recognising the incredibly important work our members do in protecting lives and property. This coin will reach communities across the country and will highlight the risk our members take each and every day to keep Victorian communities safe, CEO Greaves said. CFA Acting Chief Officer Garry Cook said the Mint’s generous monetary contribution will go towards purchasing and maintaining brigade firefighting equipment. We are always very grateful for any financial contributions made to CFA it allows us to boost our critical firefighting equipment which further increases our ability to protect our community, CO Cook said. The new $2 coin has been made available to the banks for circulation across Australia. A version of the coin will be made available in a packaging card for coin collectors. The Mint will also be hosting a small exhibition over the summer months in Canberra to honour Australian firefighters. There will be a collection of notable objects on display, including these commemorative $2 coins, as well as a number of other medals and coins made by the Mint over the years to honour firefighters. CFA is encouraging its members and the community to buy one of these commemorative firefighter coins as a special memento. The timing of the release of the coin is a great reminder to those living in bushfire-prone areas to prepare themselves and their properties for the upcoming fire season.

03.01.2022 We thank you for your service #vpday75

02.01.2022 UPDATE: POWER IS BACK AusNet has confirmed power was restored at 10:15am after 27, 000 properties in the North East lost power at 08:39am this morning. AusNet s...ays they've got a second line up and running to supply power but is still investigating what caused the first line to stop working. AusNet has taken the incident off of their online outage tracker. THEN: #BREAKING POWER OUTAGE IN THE NORTH EAST Thousands of residents in the North East have just lost power in an unplanned outage at around 08:40am this morning. AusNet crews are on the way to investigate the outage centred on Wodonga but don't know yet know the cause of it. AusNet estimates power will be restored by 1:30pm. AusNet has listed the cause of the Tallangatta Valley outage as severe weather with a planned restoration time of 3pm. Much of Wodonga has lost power as well as properties in Barnawartha, Rutherglen, the Indigo Valley, Tallangatta and the Upper Murray. AusNet says more than 12, 000 properties in Wodonga have been affected, 929 in Corryong, 849 in Chiltern, 674 in Tallangatta, 466 in Barnawartha, 190 in Rutherglen and 128 in the Indigo Valley.

01.01.2022 Now I am not as talented as Epping Fire Brigade... so we are going to borrow their post to help celebrate Wear It Purple Day to celebrate diversity in young LGBTIQA+ community

01.01.2022 Today is the twelfth anniversary of Black Saturday, let us all remember the courage, commitment, bravery and selfless acts of human kindness amongst strangers. As peoples' lives forever changed, the community spirit on that day and after continues to grow. For the members on the front line that day, for those who stayed and protected our homes and for those who supported us, we thank you. ... We will never forget the lives lost. We will continue to 'Serve with Pride and Honour'.